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Leah Remini Warns of Scientologist Influence in Trump’s Circle

12/31/2025

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Leah Remini, a former Scientologist, warned that Scientologists are in U.S. President Donald Trump's circle, calling it scary and citing infiltration of the Trump administration.
She noted Grant Cardone and Patricia Duggan are prominent Scientologists with close ties to Trump.
Remini has long criticized the Church of Scientology, alleging manipulative practices and government infiltration.
Her warnings reflect tensions between former members and the church and its influence in U.S. politics.

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Leah Remini, a former Scientologist, warned that Scientologists are in U.S. President Donald Trump's circle, calling it scary and citing infiltration of the Trump administration.
She noted Grant Cardone and Patricia Duggan are prominent Scientologists with close ties to Trump.
Remini has long criticized the Church of Scientology, alleging manipulative practices and government infiltration.
Her warnings reflect tensions between former members and the church and its influence in U.S. politics.